<b>Scott Beatty</b> co-authored the very first DC Universe Encyclopedia two decades ago and wrote DK's first Ultimate Guides devoted to DC's superheroes. A comics veteran, Scott's work includes the fan-favorites Robin: Year One, Batgirl: Year One, and Nightwing: Year One for DC. Outside of writing, Scott is teaching the next generation of graphic novelists and visual storytellers. <BR><BR><b>Dan Brooks</b> is a writer who loves movies, comics, and video games. He is a co-author of DK's Star Wars Encyclopedia and his work has appeared on StarWars.com, ILM.com, and the Charlotte Independent Picture House official site, among other outlets. Dan previously served as senior editor of StarWars.com and Lucasfilm.com in an award-winning, decade-plus run at Lucasfilm Online. He lives in Charlotte with his wife and two sons.